Why an A.I. Video of Tom Cruise Battling Brad Pitt Spooked Hollywood
The New York Times • • entertainment
Key Points:
- A 15-second AI-generated video depicting Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt fighting on a rooftop, created by Irish director Ruairi Robinson using ByteDance's Seedance 2.0, has sparked significant concern in Hollywood.
- The video showcased advanced features like dynamic camera angles, stunt choreography, sound effects, and music, marking a major leap in AI video realism compared to earlier, lower-quality attempts.
- Industry professionals, including "Deadpool" writer Rhett Reese, expressed fear that such technology could threaten jobs and disrupt the entertainment industry.
- ByteDance launched Seedance 2.0 recently, promoting its enhanced realism and suitability for professional creative projects, which has intensified the debate over AI's impact on Hollywood.
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